| Visa Type | Category | Purpose | Typical Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| L Visa | Tourist | Tourism, sightseeing, visiting friends | 30–90 days |
| M Visa | Business | Commercial/business activities | Up to 180 days |
| F Visa | Non-commercial | Cultural exchange, visits, lectures | 30–180 days |
| Z Visa | Work | Employment in China (requires permit) | Entry only – convert to residence permit |
| X1/X2 Visa | Student | Academic studies | X1 (long-term), X2 (short-term) |
| Q1/Q2 Visa | Family | Visiting Chinese relatives | Q1 (>180 days), Q2 (<180 days) |
| S1/S2 Visa | Private | Family visit of foreign workers/students | S1 (>180 days), S2 (<180 days) |
| G Visa | Transit | Transit through China | 7 days or less |
| D Visa | Permanent | For approved permanent residency | Long-term |
| Visa Entry Type | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|
| Single Entry | $30–60 |
| Double Entry | $45–90 |
| Multiple Entry (6 months) | $60–120 |
| Multiple Entry (1 year) | $90–180 |
| Express Service (2–3 days) | +$25–35 |
| Rush Service (1 day) | +$40–50 |
🇺🇸 Note: U.S. citizens are charged a flat fee of $140 regardless of entries.
Embassy of the People’s Republic of China – Islamabad
Website: pk.china-embassy.gov.cn
Phone: +92 51 835 5050
Address: No.1, Zhou-Enlai Avenue, Diplomatic Enclave, Islamabad
Visa Center: Chinese Visa Application Center, Islamabad & Karachi